LOOKING BACK TO LOOK FORWARD! | DALEY DIARIES WEEK 39/49 I Tom Daley

I can’t believe my dad has been gone for 10years! It is weird to even imagine life without him being part of it, but his lessons and memories keep me moving forward every day!
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[@Letissiaskatetapes24]

I'm crying right now. Your dad was amazing. He would be so proud of you Tom.

[@theillytellez3761]

i support the "husband vs work husband" video motion with violence! would love to watch it!

[@amissbennet]

Yesyesyesyes (à la stefon)

[@kelelithabane2849]

With violence??? Me too

[@theillytellez3761]

@@kelelithabane2849 oh, sorry for the confusion, it's the way we say it in my country when you wholeheartedly agree or support something- hope it didnt get lost in translation

[@kelelithabane2849]

😄😄😄I support and enjoyed it sooooo much

[@kelelithabane2849]

CORRECTION "And would enjoy Ioit very much"

[@curlygirly00]

As someone who has lost both of their parents, thank you for being open and taking about your dad. My mom's birthday is coming up and my childhood best friend and I both celebrate that day as "Kay Day" even though we live hundreds of miles apart. (My mom's name was Kay). You are amazing and your dad would be so proud of who you've become.

[@curlygirly00]

Question: Do you share pictures and stories about your dad with Robbie? I have told my stepdaughters about my mom (I don't have my own children). I even gave my oldest a teacup my mom had given me because she collects tea cups just like I used to.

[@occasionallyfabulous6411]

@@curlygirly00 he does, you can see it in an earlier video where he explains something to Robbie about his dad and in the next video the same question came up. Also, that's where Robbie got his name, Tom's father's name was Robert as well

[@szlendak1368]

Happy Kay Day in advance !

[@marionv153]

Lovely listening to you talking about your father. He did a really good job raising you. Enjoy those weeks with family before going to Tokyo. 😘

[@paulweston8755]

Your dad would be so proud of you

[@duaneschirmer2892]

"He was a good guy." I can't think of a better epitaph.

[@la.uralox]

I lost my mum 3 days ago to cancer and hearing Tom talking about losing a parent at 17 is so relatable, it just doesn’t feel real. I’m 19 and the idea that my mum will never see me get married or have a kid breaks my heart. I know she’ll always be with me though

[@catward3267]

Are we taking bets on how much yarn shows up in the Olympic Village tagged for Tom? Perhaps enough to teach other Olympians!

[@davidgrima9589]

Can't imagine your Dad's reaction to your Olympic success besides the others, you truly make him so proud. Well done Tom

[@matildalynn6196]

Your dad may not be with you any longer physically, but I believe he's seen all of your milestones and is so very proud of the man you are. 💜

[@lauradavidson4240]

Thank you for sharing your memories of your Dad with us ❤️ He was clearly an amazing guy and I’ve no doubt he’s still always with you in everything you do ❤️ I agree that it’s so important to talk rather than bottling things up. My dad has been gone 6 years now and I still talk about him all the time, which I find really helps with the grieving process ❤️

[@matthewmatics6928]

My grandfather's younger brother passed away from a brain tumor when my grandfather was 14 and even when he was in his 90s he said he remembered him everyday. I am now going through the same thing as my grandfather and knowing that that strength exists in other people is so important.

[@cherylmann7815]

Listening to you talk about you Dad made me cry. I lost my Mum in 2016 suddenly and it is very hard some days. Big Hugs to you Tom. ❤️

[@clfldlclc7204]

big hugs to u💛 i lost my mum aswell, but i feel so understood by a lot of people here. 😘

[@kristinwerner5519]

We all officially just fell in love with your dad. ❤️ Thank you for sharing him with us - and what a legacy he has!

[@storyman507]

Tom I'm 72 and I still remember what my father said to me once. "the older I get, the smarter my father will get." Its true. Bless you in the loss of your father.

[@flyinrobin3]

Don’t apologize for the tone, that’s the important stuff in life! Grief is something we all experience as human beings, connecting with each other is so important - especially as of late. Thanks for sharing. Love you!

[@PatSen]

Thank you for sharing your memories of your Dad, Tom. It didn’t bring the tone down at all. On the contrary it made me reflect on my relationships and shed a silent tear on some of the losses that still hurt. That sentence, “he was a good guy” was uttered with so much love and longing that it made me cry. You are lovely lad, and a good son.

[@rickmeyers401]

Tom, my dad passed away 59 years ago when I was only 8, trust me, you never get used to it.

[@omadjourney]

You definitely don't, my father passed away 2 years ago and would have been 66 today, it never gets easy.

[@kathrynwitte3398]

My mother died in 2008. I’m not “used to it”. I’ll be 60 this year. Unfortunately I’d already lost her by half in 1994 due to a paralyzing stroke, and I’m pretty sure it’s the ache of my life... nobody is ever “ready” to lose their closest parent.

[@robertlaw6283]

My dad died in 1977 when I was 18. You do get over it!

[@kathrynwitte3398]

@@robertlaw6283 my father died in 2001. I was over it before it happened, but for the parents to whom one is attached, it doesn’t happen.

[@germanlopezarenas1449]

Wow, what a good person you are! Tom, your parents, both of them, made a warm hearted men from you. What we see in you is the best tribute to your father. Thank you. Happy about your last results!!🥇🥇🥇🥈

[@RoadkillbunnyUK]

My Dad died when I was 16 after a two year battle with terminal cancer. It has been 27 years now and your words about your Dad where so touching and made me think about my Dad. I still think about him almost every day, still cherish my memories, like him trying to teach me Latin when I asked him to, him reading the Narnia books to me when I was under 10, him being the backbone that allowed me to developed in my sport (show jumping) and made what is an expensive, difficult often heartbreaking sport possible. It was very hard as I developed to not have him there to see the results of the work he enabled but I do believe he was with me. When my children were born I felt him with me, through everything since including my progressive genetic condition no leaving me unable to work, be safe around horses and in an electric wheelchair I feel him with me. He is always with me, cheering me on, helping me through the hard times with is never ending support and quick witted dark humour. I know how it feels, it is not what we would have wanted but this was our reality and new normal and we learn to live in it with love.

[@laurakleinman]

Loved the part about your Dad I lost my father two weeks ago even though he was 84 and I’m 58 It was and still is a difficult time. Hearing what you said about your dad made me smile and think of fun memories with mine. Thank You ❤️

[@aprilmarch2379]

Your Dad was proud of you with good reason, the lessons he taught you have served you well with Robbie, that my love is never a downer. 🤗💙

[@debbiemacken2739]

I lost my dad to a brain tumour 21 years ago and I feel like you do. He died in the May as I got married in thenAugust. A tough day to get through. Know he will be watching our 3 daughters and guiding them in the right direction. Never gets easier xxxx

[@tytn9978]

I continue to enjoy the "conversations" I have with my parents, even though Dad died in 2000 and Mom in 2015! I have so many memories that it is easy to imagine what they WOULD say to me in certain circumstances, and I can still "hear" their voices in my head, and "see" their reactions, especially to something stupid I've done!

[@BB-fq2pq]

Didn’t bring tone down, raised it up to “real”. Thanks. Hug.

[@CanadaKeith]

Nice tribute to your Dad. Like that a lot.

[@samanthajester3312]

I love you Tom!

[@diviandrycardona1872]

10 years already? You had an amazing father, your #1 fan.

[@faytodd2654]

10 years.... I still remember a documentary about his cancer like it was yesterday. Must be the way you still speak about him and make him present in this crazy new world. Ooo what ice cream?xx

[@peggyesquibel8353]

Loved the reflecting and sharing the memories of your dad. So sweet! They may be gone physically, but they are always nearby in our hearts!

[@daniellaconway3477]

Remember watching your dad at that press conference on tv so emotional, my dad has been gone 16 years now, never forgotten always with us,always proud

[@kwintin]

I don't know how you managed to pull this off but you make really authentic, relatable content but yet it also feels very "glamorous" and surreal.

[@chucknyc123]

I totally understand why you are so beloved around the world, Tom. Everybody is crying right now.

[@maeelle872]

Thank you for talking about grief Tom. Not a downer at all, it's part of life, so it's really great and helpful to see anyone talking about it and sharing their perspective. Loved hearing about your Dad. :)

[@louisechapman4009]

Your Dad would be extra proud of you as you head to Japan.

[@brian52763]

Grief takes it own time, do ever apologize for your grief! When our loved ones that have passed are on our mind, thats when they are closest to us! Your dad would indeed be very proud of the man, husband and father that you have become!

[@Aeolian4]

That was the sweetest video ever, you are a wonderful person.

[@JeanMarc2508]

Very moving moment talking about your father. I did not know this close relationship with my father, but I have tried to be a good « friend » for some people around me. Your father would be so proud of you. I would be so proud of you if you were my son, or my brother, or my nephew...

[@tienphan3719]

i hope you will make a video called " spending a whole day with husband" because i love the moment that you and Lance together

[@jillmayes139]

Dear Tom, your dad lives on in you and now in Robbie. Those we love never leave us. X

[@2K1Y7]

Like everyone else, I was moved when I heard you speak of your dad. 🥲 I lost my dad at age 7 to the Vietnam war. It's a loss that can never be made up for. It pleases me and helps me to know that you will be loving your son... Passing that love along to him, from your dad. There is just a little bit of healing in it for me...and the world.

[@emhansom6753]

I am only 1 year older than you but feel like I have watched you all my life as I have watched the Olympic games for years from your first year with my nanna who has always loved it and a passion we shared together. We was crying when you got your medal and for your dad as he was such a proud and support dad. Unfortunately I lost my nanna march 2020. I wish she was here to watch you win that gold medal with Matty Lee but I stayed awake to watch it and she was with me. Xx

[@TransConBrilliance]

Thanks for that. I was diagnosed 2 days ago with multiple brain tumors. This was an unexpected twist in your video. It helped me to think about people close to me. And whatever happens they will thrive and I will still be a part of their lives.

[@fen6904]

❤️

[@lilylove3946]

Wishing u all the love and support coming your way.

[@rosepetal34]

sending love and best wishes to you ❤️

[@methlakayuneth1589]

I hope nothing but best and well for you... Wishing a quick recovery ❤️❤️

[@thomasblake4762]

Tom you're so amazing, your dad has been with you in spirit through all you've been doing, he would love lance im sure of that and he's happy for you and lance and robbie and your journey through fatherhood hes a proud dad as you and lance are only the best for all of you

[@Sigita989]

i glad you have Lance who understand what its feel like to loose someone so close. its very hard to give any advice how to deal with that when you never experienced that. i felt like that when my grandma died. I didnt know what to say to make my mom feel better.

[@barbaralisiecki9423]

Your dad sounds like he was an awesome person.

[@Tifferia]

Thanks for sharing about your dad, my kids lost their father 2 years ago and it feels unreal but so much of what you said resonates with us.

[@williamkelly8026]

Having just lost my Mom, I appreciate this thank you.

[@bettyrubble32]

I’m not crying 😿 you’re crying!!! Later half of video hit me in the feels hard….❤️❤️

[@michaelbrown-tf1so]

A few days ago I caught Matty in a 43 minute interview. I listened to him talk about learning how to focus and the death of his father. His "maturity," for the lack of a better word, impressed me. I had known about your dad, and was moved by all you shared about him. The more I learn about you and Matty, the more my heart cheers for both of you. You, Lance and Matty have a love and respect for each other I wish more of the world would come to know. Robbie, Lance, Matty and I wish the best for your mom too. May your love grow ....

[@johnnystir9796]

I've been there Tom. Sending love to you. I lost my dad in 2009 and my mom in 2014. I still think of them both almost daily.

[@hotalotafun]

OH! you DAD has seen all of your accomplishments,and I am sure he watches over you ,Lance, and especially Robbie!!!

[@armandbasmajian4242]

I lost my dad at 21 I know how you feel. I'm much older than you but I still hear him.

[@tommyseaton2900]

Tom/Lance, great fathers. Cheers fellas from from NE Az

[@eijimihara]

We can’t wait to see you win in Tokyo again in The Olympic! Your father will be looking after you from above!

[@ap94131]

Excellent video today. Thank you for talking about your dad. OK, I started crying, but good crying. And those dives were great.

[@play4serve959]

Lost my Dad 16 yrs ago; I still miss him terribly. Sound like we were both blessed with a wonderful Dad. ❣️

[@chrischarlton82]

You don't even realise how much of a great role model you are being with your videos, Tom. Grief is so difficult and it affects everyone differently, but your advice will help so many. Keep going, your dad will be so proud looking down on you :-)

[@tazdeville55]

Super Human Tom just showed us "The Art of Diving", and it was AMAZING of course! 🌊

[@lelandpeck4585]

loved your recollections about your dad. He sure was a supportive father and you are and should be proud of him. Thanks for sharing, Tom.

[@dianatsuchiya6546]

Your dad and I are alike, I yelled and cheered my kids always in their sport activities and competitions, always supportive. I enjoyed those moments and now that they are all grown up, I missed them. Enjoy your time with Robbie as much as you can because time flies very fast. Blessings to Robbie

[@robzphotoz5465]

Your dad's love will live within you forever! ❤

[@nikitaplus5441]

Whenever I am listening to Vengaboys' We Like to Party, I think of you and your dad! He has raised a great papa for Robbie!

[@angelalovsey9295]

Oh Tom mi luvver! Talking about your dad was an upper. How lucky to have the video clips of him. Best of British for Japan.

[@ladymiriam3289]

Hey Tom , proud of you👏👏👏 ... also we missed Lance in your videos too😉😉😉

[@mcm17]

You really are amazing 👏, not just an athlete but as a person.

[@situacioncaprichosa]

I'm crying. Your dad is always with you, with your mum, brothers and now with little Robbie. I'm sure he's so proud of you! You really are an inspiration, so human and kind. I really admire you, deeply. Enjoy these weeks before Tokio. We'll be rooting for you! Besos desde Argentina!

[@charlescoffey695]

Memories are precious!

[@robertcase1435]

Just before a dive, do you and Matty say anything to each other? Like good luck? Or, love you, or you're a dork! ?

[@susantrask6465]

Congratulations, on your medals, your husband and family and your country must be so proud of you,also i was so happy that you spoke of your father, i remember that day very well of his passing, thinking of your Mother and brothers at this time also,i think he would have been so proud of the man you became husband , father, son and brother, take care ,be safe,where all proud of you.

[@jeremiahmiller4010]

Thank you Tom, You are adorable, thank you for sharing your father, with me. I lost both my parents and yes they are with me every where..now

[@specialforces101]

What a wonderful father to have had.

[@TheAnnabel22]

He was such a supportive & proud Dad. It was clear to see how proud he was of you and how much he loved you. I remember when you "burst on the scene" and he was always there with a flag and cheering.

[@johnley5200]

Loved hearing our thoughts about your dad. You're right... it doesn't seem real. I think a good part of that is because you feel them with you all the time. I believe they are watching over your every day. He's supporting you and your family more now than ever. This was very nice. You make me smile.

[@jonoastley7382]

Seeing this after watching you and Matty win gold in the Tokyo Olympics has made me well up again. Your Dad would have been so proud of you! The whole nation is proud of you and we are glad they you and Matty are ours lol xx

[@kennethhudsonhudson9525]

Love it when you talk about your dad. Your entire family. Caught the entire 8 episodes of "When We Rise". Lance - you did magnificent work on that series - please give yourself some credit. You're a gem. I'm old enough to know all that history and to have lived some of the experiences. Had that court case been mounted just a few years later we might have lost. The fight is not over. Best to Tom, Robbie and the entire family.

[@BMass83]

As someone who also lost my Dad, I completely agree you become used to your “new normal” over time. It doesn’t become easier but it becomes manageable. Hugs to you and your family Tom. Our Dad’s are up there cheering us on. We just have to listen a little harder.

[@jeanbergeron6451]

Having good parents is a gift of life.

[@allyoop6552]

I lost my dad - who was my absolute world - in my early 20's. Not the same as losing as a teen, but still painful. I love how you are able to talk about him and can now apply his example with your own son.

[@clfldlclc7204]

i lost my mother around two years ago to leukemia, and i always knew you, so i was always impressed with how you handled it. All the love from Germany 🇩🇪 🥰 say hi to robbie and lance hehe

[@waihtet3027]

I love you and your lovely family. God bless you all.

[@eugenegamblin521]

Dad is always with you! The love never dies❤

[@sonofroderick4255]

Tom, your dad didn't miss any of those events. He was there with you all the time and to prove that you speak of him as if he was there and he was. Love your KZbin channel and I'm watching from Fort Worth, Tx. I know what you're feeling I'm 59 years young and my mom (mum) is always with me. That's her in the sunglasses. Luv ya, God Bless!

[@jillwilding239]

Tom your Dad is smiling down on you he must be so proud keep being you your amazing 🥰🥰😍😘😘

[@Rossismagic]

Thanks so much Tom. Your dad lives in you. ❤️

[@StevenSeven]

Really enjoy these blogs. My mother died when I was 18. I am 63 now and think about her every day. ❤️ Sending love to you and your family. ❤️

[@robertschwartz4810]

I was touched by your reminiscences about your father. He sounds like a great guy.

[@davefrommelbourne1237]

Love how you talk about your Dad. It’s amazing how influential they are as you get older. Have a nice day Tom.

[@jarrodh8041]

You are such a brilliant role model and remembering your Dad was touching. All the best to you & Lance and your families.

[@robertbottorff763]

Tom you are such an amazing person. I love to watch you and Matty dive, you guys are awesome! Congratulations!! What wonderful memories you have of your Dad, thanks for sharing these very special memories. I'm praying for you to have great success at the Olympics. ❤

[@gracechan8386]

lovely to hear you talk about your dad. He would be so so proud of you

[@edwinestevez6335]

You are awesome. I admire you since you was a kid. Before you get out of the closet. I really love your commiment with you profession . Im from a small Island in the caribbean Sea, named Dominican Republic and I Practice a lot of Water sport, but in the ocean. I love you relationship with your husband Lance and your son. Now in my country we are in bad situation again with the covid, because the cases of dead are increasing. My country is a beautiful paradaise. I hope someday in the feature you, and your family can come here to vistit us in a vacation and stay in Punta Cana or Samana. I know you will enjoy. Good look in Tokio 2021. You deserved the GOLD Medals because you work so hard. About the lost of your father, I am lost my father too, 10 year ago and I know what is the feels like. God Bless You always Mr. Daley. Sorry My English is no to Good and I dont like use a translator.

[@albertlong1465]

Tom, go ahead and shed a tear!!! He was worth it Man. I cried just listening to you Friend.🥇🍁🇨🇦

[@lyndahaggard6925]

Tom, this is one of your best videos and I know that your dad would be so proud of you and I am sure that Robbie would have rocked his world, The best of luck at the Olympics.

[@bdurain4566]

WOW!!!!! What an honor for both of you. I know that it is great to be home, Both of you are WOW!!!!!!

[@avislivingston8946]

Remember him as he was he was proud of you xx

[@stevebuckley1431]

Tom..bless you for sharing your Dad with us he was so proud of you and you of him....yes my eyes watered for your love and loss..he lives on in your memories and I am sure you will share your memories with Robbie about his wonderful Grandfather.

[@CWOMikeKam]

Props to you and Matty. You two are like one person when you dive. So impressive. Wishing you both great success in the upcoming Olympic Games! Cheers! 🇺🇸🇬🇧

[@nickimontford]

Hard to believe it's been ten years. Your Dad was blooming FAB-U-LOUS!! I've watched that documentary so many times and the bursting into the press conference makes me cry every time. May goodness how proud he would be of the man you have become. 💕💕 I lost my Dad seven years ago, so feel your pain. I bottled it up because I had my mum to look after. It's only been this last year in lockdown that I've had time to process it myself.

[@katemacpher]

Lost my mom back in May 2015. She and my dad were celebrating their wedding anniversary in UK where she was born. This year would have been 51 years married. They married really young as she was in her teens at the time. She went out for a walk in the morning before breakfast as she loved walking but unfortunately never returned as she had fallen into a ravine. Something I struggle with every day losing her. Miss her tons. ♥️ Helps to even just write alittle about it here. Thanks for sharing about your dad, Tom.